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Charlie Brown Jr. trademark: former band members authorized by courts to use registered name in performances

November 6, 2024

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Last month, the São Paulo Court of Justice ruled in favor of former Charlie Brown Jr. band members Thiago Castanho and Marco Britto, allowing them to continue using the band's name in their performances.

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“Starbucks” vs. “Starbuds” Case and the Concern for Intellectual Property Assets

October 3, 2024

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On June 28, 2024, Starbucks Corporation, a company focused on the food sector, particularly coffee-based products, filed a lawsuit in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York against Brandpat, LLC. Brandpat operates in the market as Starbuds Flowers and focuses on cannabis products. This legal action followed unsuccessful attempts at an out-of-court settlement. The central issue of the case involves the infringement of Starbucks Corporation’s trademark and copyright15, 16, 17 e 18, as well as its distinctive signs. among which the following stand out, which are protected in the United States by copyright and trademarks.

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D'LINEA and DELINIA case: Leroy Merlin's Trademark Registration Declared Null for Imitating that of a Rio Grande do Sul Company's

September 20, 2024

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In a dispute over the validity of the DELINIA trademark, the 3rd Panel of the Brazilian Superior Court of Justice upheld a lower court's decision, declaring the trademark registration null. The trademark was owned by Groupe Adeo and used to identify Leroy Merlin's line of built-in furniture. Reporting Justice Nancy Andrighi noted in her ruling that the DELINIA trademark, registered in 2010 and used by Leroy Merlin, bore a strong graphic and phonetic resemblance to the earlier D'LINEA trademark, which belongs to the Rio Grande do Sul company D'LINEA INDÚSTRIA E COMÉRCIO DE MÓVEIS LTDA.

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“Dungeons and Dragons” vs. “Dungeons and Drag Queens” Case and Parody in Trademark Law

September 9, 2024

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In an ongoing case before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Wizards of the Coast LLC, owner of the trademark rights associated with the well-known role-playing game “Dungeons and Dragons,” filed an opposition on August 9, 2024, against the trademark application for “Dungeons and Drag Queens”. The company argues that there is a likelihood of consumer confusion, error, or deception, as well as dilution of the Dungeons and Dragons trademark  and  . Notably, the “Dungeons and Drag Queens” trademark is used to identify a show where drag queens play Dungeons and Dragons,  making this case a compelling example of parody in trademark law.

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Via S/A and Magazine Luiza case: use of trademarks in sponsored links

September 5, 2024

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VIA S/A, responsible for the Casas Bahia and Ponto Frio chains, filed a lawsuit against MAGAZINE LUIZA S/A, seeking to refrain from using its registered trademarks “CASAS BAHIA” and “PONTO FRIO” in sponsored links on the GOOGLE ADS tool and compensation for material and moral damages.

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The “Língua de Gato” case: trademark or synonym for product?

August 19, 2024

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In recent weeks, the news about the loss of exclusivity of the “Língua de Gato” trademark has caused a great deal of buzz and raised many questions among chocolate lovers. After all, did Kopenhagen lose its rights to the “Língua de Gato” trademark?

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“Big Mac” vs. “Supermac's” and the Risk of Abandonment for Trademark Registration Owners

August 12, 2024

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In a case involving the dispute between the trademarks “Big Mac” and “Supermac's” in the European Union, the Irish company Supermac's (Holdings) Ltd. applied in 2017 for the abandonment of registration #626381,  for the trademark “Big Mac”, owned by McDonald's International Property Co. Ltd, on the grounds of non-use.

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Copyright – The Case of Nizan Guanaes v. Stalo Produções Artísticas and Universal Music and the Brazilian Superior Court of Justice’s decision in favor of studios

July 8, 2024

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In a decision issued on May 27, 2024, the 4th panel of the Brazilian Superior Court of Justice (STJ) upheld the Rio de Janeiro Court of Appeals’ (TJ/RJ) decision that recognized the validity of the copyright assignment agreement signed between the composer Nizan Guanaes (assignor) and Stalo Produções Artísticas (assignee). The case entails the rights to the song “We Are the World of Carnaval”, which Stalo Produções later transferred to Universal Music.

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Suppression of Counterfeiting: The protection of IP in the Soccer Industry and lessons from UEFA Euro 2024

June 26, 2024

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With the start of UEFA Euro 2024, as with other large-scale events, there is a notable increase in economic activity related to the event itself and other associated activities, such as product trading. Likewise, greater attention is needed regarding issues involving the protection and violation of intellectual property rights.

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Australia to ban minors from accessing social media

One of the biggest concerns for parents in the modern world is their children's use of social media. Depending on how they are used, social media can become a huge headache for parents and their children tend to be the most vulnerable part in this unfiltered environment, where a world of discoveries is just a click away.

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Do you know what the No Surprises Act is? Understanding its importance

The No Surprises Act is a prime example of legislation in a country where the legal system is based more on case law than statutes. While Brazil’s legal system originates from Civil Law, the United States follows Common Law. However, U.S. laws are often very well-drafted, especially in terms of their applicability. In this context, it is important to consider the role of the judiciary, which operates under the punitive principle, unlike Brazil's compensatory system, which is less effective.

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SEC Combats Corporate Retaliation Against Whistleblowers

Since the Dodd-Frank Act was enacted in the United States in 2010, the role of whistleblowers has proven crucial in helping authorities prevent fraud, bribery, and other legal violations. This is because the government lacks the personnel and resources to efficiently monitor the market on its own.

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The Brazilian Medical Association Intervenes in the Relationship between Physicians and the Pharmaceutical and Medical Products Industry

A significant concern in the healthcare sector is the potential conflict of interest between the pharmaceutical and medical products industry and healthcare professionals, particularly physicians. This potential conflict arises from the unique nature of the relationship: while the industry’s end customer is the patient, it is the physician who decides which product the patient will use. At the same time, patients pay physicians to prescribe the best treatment for their well-being.

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A Decision by the Brazilian Superior Court of Justice Sets Precedent in the Advertising of Medicines

The First Panel of the Brazilian Superior Court of Justice unanimously decided, under the report of Justice Regina Helena Costa, in the appellate decision on Special Appeal #2035645/DF, that Anvisa (the Brazilian FDA) does not have the regulatory authority to restrict the commercial advertising of pharmaceuticals by companies. This applies especially when its regulatory actions contradict the provisions established in Law #9,294/1996 and other legislative acts.

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The "Emprega + Mulheres" Program and the Impact on Employment Relationships

It is well-known that certain market sectors impose additional barriers when hiring women. This is often due to concerns that, during pregnancy, employees may need to take time off for childbirth, utilizing maternity leave. Complications during pregnancy can also arise, potentially weakening the workforce and prompting companies to hire temporary workers to cover the absence.

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The “Língua de Gato” case: trademark or synonym for product?

In recent weeks, the news about the loss of exclusivity of the “Língua de Gato” trademark has caused a great deal of buzz and raised many questions among chocolate lovers. After all, did Kopenhagen lose its rights to the “Língua de Gato” trademark?

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Deadlines and Deliveries — Logistical Challenges in Pharmaceutical Industry Contracts

In the pharmaceutical industry, strict compliance with delivery deadlines is essential. In commercial contracts between pharmaceutical companies and their suppliers, clarity and precision in stipulating delivery deadlines, as well as defining the consequences for non-compliance with these deadlines, are crucial to avoid disputes and ensure continuous supply to the market. Delays in the delivery of essential inputs can cause serious impacts, such as interruptions in medicaments production, compromises of research projects and even risks to public health. In this context, logistics plays a critical role that is amplified by the need for transportation and storage products under specific temperature and humidity conditions, in addition to complying with the regulatory standards of each country. The contracts signed between the parties must reflect this importance, establishing clauses that address the specific challenges of this area.

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Updated Mapping of Personal Data Protection Around the World

There is a growing global concern regarding the protection of personal data for individuals, given the rapid technological advances that geographically universalize information and could have considerable impacts on citizens' lives. Brazil, following the global trend, enacted its General Data Protection Act (LGPD) in August 2018, which came into force in September 2020, except for its penalties, which only came into force in August 2021.

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“Big Mac” vs. “Supermac's” and the Risk of Abandonment for Trademark Registration Owners

In a case involving the dispute between the trademarks “Big Mac” and “Supermac's” in the European Union, the Irish company Supermac's (Holdings) Ltd. applied in 2017 for the abandonment of registration #626381,  for the trademark “Big Mac”, owned by McDonald's International Property Co. Ltd, on the grounds of non-use.

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The Activities and Duties of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) are Finally Regulated

The National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) published Resolution CD/ANPD #18/2024, dated July 16, 2024, which sought to fill an important gap in detailing the activities of the Data Protection Officer and the responsibilities of data processing agents that support their activities.

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Legal Business in Brazil

The legal business is a kind of legal act that arises from the manifestation of a person's will, aiming to produce effects in the legal sphere of another. Therefore, a legal relationship arises between the parties, respecting the requirements established by law for its validity and effectiveness factors that will impact its production of effects.

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New Regulatory Framework for Clinical Research in Brazil

Law #14.874 was enacted on May 28, 2024, providing guidelines for research involving human subjects and establishing the National System of Ethics in research involving human subjects. This statutory framework is of utmost importance as it defines the rights of volunteers and outlines the responsibilities for researchers and sponsors of clinical research.

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ANVISA Approves the Regulation of Biosimilars

The Brazilian FDA, ANVISA, approved Rule RDC #875 of May 28, 2024, which provided, in an ancillary manner, for the registration of biosimilars through the comparability development route, aiming to guarantee the quality, safety, and efficacy of these products.

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European Council Approves Legislation on Artificial Intelligence

In contrast to Mercosur, which struggles to evolve from an economic bloc to a political and monetary union due to challenges in socio-political integration caused by alternating conservative and progressive governments, the European Union continues to demonstrate efficiency in integrating its member countries. Despite the United Kingdom's departure, the EU remains committed to regulating fundamental issues related to the incorporation of new technologies, which will significantly impact personal, educational, and professional relationships. We are specifically discussing Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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